Rory Hanrahan

Bold storytelling that delivers brand messages through unforgettable entertainment.

Bold storytelling that delivers brand messages through unforgettable entertainment.

Flogas - Emerald Park

Flogas - Emerald Park

Flogas - Emerald Park

Allianz - We cover Courage

Allianz - We cover Courage

Allianz - We cover Courage

Guinness 6 Nations - Rog

Guinness 6 Nations - Rog

Guinness 6 Nations - Rog

Mace - Right Options

Mace - Right Options

Mace - Right Options

GoMo - GoMoWorld

GoMo - GoMoWorld

GoMo - GoMoWorld

Guinness Nitro Surge - Sound Guy

Guinness Nitro Surge - Sound Guy

Guinness Nitro Surge - Sound Guy

Tanqueray No.10 - Stanley Tucci

Tanqueray No.10 - Stanley Tucci

Tanqueray No.10 - Stanley Tucci

Chef - Refridgerendum

Chef - Refridgerendum

Chef - Refridgerendum

Adidas - Flexer

Adidas - Flexer

Adidas - Flexer

Wife of the Future - Trailer

Wife of the Future - Trailer

Wife of the Future - Trailer

Rory Hanrahan
Rory Hanrahan
Rory Hanrahan
Rory Hanrahan

Rory has built his reputation on a foundation of bold, character-driven storytelling that transforms brand messaging into genuinely entertaining content. His approach combines sharp comedy with visual sophistication, creating work that audiences actually want to watch.

Working with everyone from real people to celebrities, Rory creates an on-set atmosphere where authentic performances flourish. He understands that the best advertising doesn't feel like advertising—it feels like great entertainment that happens to feature a brand.

His recent triumph with "Wife of the Future" demonstrates his range beyond commercial work. The film's James Flynn Award for Best First Short at Galway Film Fleadh 2024 confirms what his commercial clients already know—Rory is a director who understands how to connect with audiences.

Specialties:

  • Comedy & Character Performance

  • Celebrity & Real People Direction

  • Visual Storytelling

  • Brand Entertainment

Awards & Recognition:

  • ICAD Bells

  • Kinsale Sharks

  • James Flynn Award

  • Best First Short

  • Galway Film Fleadh 2024

Ready to Create Something Unforgettable?

Ready to Create Something Unforgettable?

Whether you have a brief ready to go or just want to explore possibilities, we'd love to hear from you.

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